MCAT Test Dates 2016
MCAT test dates for 2016, as well as score release dates, were released by the AAMC last Fall. We have also compiled information from the AAMC regarding MCAT registration and testing centers in the United States, Canada and international locations. Ideally, you would choose an available MCAT test date at a convenient location that allows you the most study time while balancing the score release date which will give you time to submit your MCAT score relatively early in the application cycle.
MCAT Test Dates and Score Release Dates
MCAT Test Dates 2016 | MCAT Score Release Dates | ||
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January 22 | Friday | February 23 | Tuesday |
January 23 | Saturday | February 23 | Tuesday |
April 1 | Friday | May 3 | Tuesday |
April 23 | Saturday | May 24 | Tuesday |
May 6 | Friday | June 7 | Tuesday |
May 14 | Saturday | June 14 | Tuesday |
May 20 | Friday | June 21 | Tuesday |
June 2 | Thursday | July 6 | Wednesday |
June 18 | Saturday | July 19 | Tuesday |
July 8 | Friday | August 9 | Tuesday |
July 9 | Saturday | August 9 | Tuesday |
July 22 | Friday | August 23 | Tuesday |
August 4 | Thursday | September 7 | Wednesday |
August 5 | Friday | September 7 | Wednesday |
August 19 | Friday | September 20 | Tuesday |
August 20 | Saturday | September 20 | Tuesday |
August 25 | Thursday | September 27 | Tuesday |
September 1 | Thursday | October 4 | Tuesday |
September 9 | Friday | October 12 | Wednesday |
September 10 | Saturday | October 12 | Wednesday |
Note: MCAT score release takes 30-35 days after your exam date.
MCAT Registration Fee
The MCAT registration fee is $305 if made at least three weeks before the exam. There are 3 registration 'zones' that have corresponding registration fees, re-scheduling fees, cancellation refund and fee assistance program (FAP) fees. The FAP was designed for students who are unable to finance their MCAT prep. You need to apply for the FAP before your MCAT registration. For more information, click here: FAP
Zone | Deadline | Registration Fee | Re-schedule fee | Cancellation Refund |
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Gold | 1 month before MCAT | $305 $115 (FAP) |
$75 $35 (FAP) |
$150 $60 (FAP) |
Silver | 3-4 weeks before exam | $305 $115 (FAP) |
$135 $55 (FAP) |
No refund No refund |
Bronze | 1-2 weeks before exam | $355 $165 (FAP) |
No re-schedule No fee assistance |
No refund No refund |
Note: The additional international registration fee for all zones is $95. The international registration fee is applicable to all countries except for Canada, Guam, U.S. Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico. The deadline for registration is at 11:59 p.m. ET of the day of the deadline. It is non-refundable upon registration cancellation. See MCAT Registration Deadlines.
MCAT Testing Centers
There are MCAT testing centers, both on and off campus, from coast to coast in the US and Canada. Additionally, there are numerous MCAT testing centers in international locations as presented in the table below. Note that to register for a seat at an international testing site, you should follow the same process as if registering for a seat in the US or Canada. Since the dates and seats at international locations are limited, plan ahead to avoid disappointment. If you need to travel and stay in a hotel, check out the AAMC’s Hotel Discount Program.
MCAT International Testing Locations* | ||||
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Australia | China: Hong Kong | Cyprus | France | Germany |
Guam | India | Israel | Japan | Kazakhstan |
Lebanon | Malaysia | Puerto Rico | Qatar | Singapore |
South Africa | Taiwan | Thailand | United Kingdom | Virgin Islands, U.S. |
* Note that the list of countries and dates are subject to change so consult the AAMC's website regularly or contact them directly depending on your individual circumstance. AAMC MCAT International Testing Dates